HTC Butterfly 3
$250
Overview
HTC Butterfly 3 is a mid-range Android smartphone released in 2015 with a 5.2-inch IPS LCD, Snapdragon 810 chipset, 20.2 main camera, and 2700 mAh battery.
Priced at $250, it targets users seeking mid-range performance.
Specifications of HTC Butterfly 3
The display of HTC Butterfly 3 measures 5.2 inches with IPS LCD technology. Peak brightness reaches 500 nits for excellent outdoor visibility. The screen renders at 1440x2560 pixels resolution.
The camera system of HTC Butterfly 3 features 1 rear cameras: 20.2 main. Video recording supports up to 2160p.
The battery of HTC Butterfly 3 has 2700mAh capacity with 18 wired charging. A full charge takes approximately 120 min minutes.
The performance of HTC Butterfly 3 is powered by the Snapdragon 810 chipset with Adreno 430 GPU. Geekbench scores reach 1200 single-core and 3500 multi-core. AnTuTu benchmark achieves 75000.
The memory of HTC Butterfly 3 offers 3GB RAM with 32GB storage options. RAM uses LPDDR4 technology. Storage is 32GB 3GB RAM.
The connectivity of HTC Butterfly 3 includes 5G support, Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot, and Bluetooth 4.1. NFC is supported for contactless payments.
The build of HTC Butterfly 3 weighs 161.0g with Aluminum frame and Glossy back. Water and dust resistance is rated IP57. Dimensions measure 151 x 73 x 10 mm.
The software of HTC Butterfly 3 runs Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), Sence 7 with Sense 7. Software support extends 2 years through 2028.
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Frequently Asked Questions about HTC Butterfly 3
HTC Butterfly 3 has a 20.2 camera suitable for casual photography. For professional photography, consider phones with higher-resolution sensors.
Yes, HTC Butterfly 3 is excellent for gaming with its Snapdragon 810 chipset. It handles demanding games at high settings with smooth frame rates.
HTC Butterfly 3 receives 2 years of updates through 2028. Consider this when planning long-term device usage.
Yes, HTC Butterfly 3 supports 5G connectivity with both Sub-6GHz and mmWave bands for maximum network compatibility and fastest speeds. It works with major 5G carriers globally.
HTC Butterfly 3 has IP57 protection against dust and water.
HTC Butterfly 3 has a 2700mAh battery. Battery life varies based on usage patterns.
HTC Butterfly 3 at $250 is a mid-range device offering Snapdragon 810. It's worth buying if you prioritize balanced performance and value.
HTC Butterfly 3 supports 18 wired charging with full charge in approximately 120 min minutes.
HTC Butterfly 3 is available in 32GB storage options. Storage is not expandable, so choose your capacity based on your needs.
HTC Butterfly 3 has a 5.2-inch IPS LCD with 60Hz refresh rate and 500 nits peak brightness. HDR support includes No.
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Verdict
The HTC Butterfly 3 delivers solid value for budget-conscious users who need reliable performance. Select this phone for reliable daily use, if you seek good value without compromising on essential features.
Key Specifications
Display
5.2"
Main Camera
20.2
Chipset
Snapdragon 810
Full Specifications
Network
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G Bands | GSM / |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G LTE Bands | LTE |
| 5G Sub-6 Bands | |
| 5G mmWave Bands | |
| Speed | N/A |
| Carrier Aggregation | |
| SIM | Nano-SIM |
| Dual SIM Mode | Single SIM |
| eSIM Support | |
| VoLTE Support | N/A |
| VoWiFi | N/A |
| NR CA Support |
Launch
| Announced | 2015 |
| Status | Discontinued |
| Availability | N/A |
| Model Variants | N/A |
| Launch Price | $650 |
Body & Design
| Dimensions (mm) | 151 x 73 x 10 mm |
| Weight (g) | 161.0 |
| Build Materials | Plastic/Aluminum |
| Frame | Aluminum |
| Back Finish | Glossy |
| Colors | ["Blue", "Red", "White"] |
| IP Rating | IP57 |
| Rugged Certifications | |
| Ingress Gaskets | N/A |
| Form Factor | Bar |
| Hinge Type | N/A |
| Folded Dimensions | |
| Thermal Solution | Passive Cooling |
| Notification/Alert | |
| Haptics | Basic |
Display
| Panel Type | IPS LCD |
| Size (inches) | 5.2 |
| Resolution (px) | 1440x2560 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixel Density (ppi) | 565 |
| Screen-to-body Ratio (%) | 67.6 |
| Refresh Rate (Hz) | 60 |
| Adaptive Refresh Rate | |
| Touch Sampling Rate (Hz) | 120 |
| Peak Brightness (nits) | 500 |
| HDR Standards | |
| Color Gamut | sRGB |
| Color Depth | 24 |
| PWM Dimming (Hz) | N/A |
| Glass Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 4 |
| Oleophobic Coating | N/A |
| Curvature | Flat |
| Always-on Display | |
| Display Driver IC | N/A |
| Cover Display |
Platform (SoC)
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), Sence 7 |
| Update Policy | 2 years |
| Chipset | Snapdragon 810 |
| CPU | Octa-core (4x1.5 GHz Cortex-A53 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A57) |
| GPU | Adreno 430 |
| NPU/AI TOPs | N/A |
| ISP Features | Dual ISP |
| Modem | Snapdragon X10 LTE |
| Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Chip | N/A |
| Throttling Behavior | N/A |
| Geekbench Single-Core | 1200 |
| Geekbench Multi-Core | 3500 |
| AnTuTu Score | 75000 |
| 3DMark Scores | N/A |
Memory & Storage
| RAM | 3GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4 |
| Storage | 32GB |
| Storage Type | 32GB 3GB RAM |
| Storage Speed | UFS 2.0 |
| Expandable Storage | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Slot Type | microSD |
| USB OTG | |
| Filesystem Encryption |
Main Camera System
| Rear Cameras | 1 |
| Main Sensor | 20.2 |
| Main Sensor Size | 1/2.3" |
| Main Sensor Model | N/A |
| Main Lens | f/2.2, 28mm |
| OIS | |
| Autofocus | AF |
| Pixel Binning | |
| Ultrawide | N/A |
| Telephoto | N/A |
| Macro | N/A |
| Depth/ToF/LiDAR | |
| Flicker/Color Sensors | N/A |
| Flash | Dual LED |
| Video Resolution | 2160p |
| HDR/Dolby Vision Video | |
| Video Codecs | H.264, H.265 |
| Slow Motion | 720p@120fps |
| Video Stabilization | EIS |
| Night Mode Features | |
| RAW/Pro Controls | N/A |
Selfie Camera
| Resolution | 13 |
| Sensor Size | 1/3" |
| Aperture | f/2.0 |
| AF/OIS | |
| Secondary Front Cam | |
| Front Flash | |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| HDR/Dolby Vision | N/A |
| Face Unlock | 2D |
Audio
| Loudspeakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| 3.5mm Jack | |
| Hi-Res Audio | |
| Spatial Audio / Dolby Atmos | |
| Microphones | 2 |
| Bluetooth Codecs | aptX, aptX HD, LDAC |
| DAC/Amp | 24-bit DAC |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Wi-Fi Features | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA, hotspot |
| Bluetooth | 4.1 |
| NFC | |
| IR Blaster | |
| UWB | N/A |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS |
| Dual-Band GNSS | |
| FM Radio | |
| USB | Micro-USB |
| Display Out | |
| eSIM Capacity |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | N/A |
| 3D Face ID | N/A |
| Accelerometer | |
| Gyroscope | |
| Magnetometer | |
| Proximity Sensor | |
| Ambient Light | |
| Barometer | |
| Thermo/Hygrometer | N/A |
| UV Sensor | N/A |
| Hall Sensor | |
| Color Temp Sensor | |
| Health Sensors | Basic |
| Satellite SOS |
Battery & Charging
| Capacity (mAh) | 2700 |
| Type | Li-Ion |
| Removable | |
| Endurance Rating | N/A |
| Wired Charging | 18 |
| Wired Standard | QC2 |
| 0-50% Time (mins) | 60 min |
| Full Charge Time | 120 min |
| Wireless Charging | N/A |
| Wireless Standard | Qi |
| Reverse Wireless | N/A |
| Reverse Wired | |
| Charger in Box | 18W |
| Battery Health Features | Basic |
Software
| OS at Launch | Android 5.0 (Lollipop), upgradable to 6.0 (Marshmallow), Sence 7 |
| Update Window | 2 years |
| UI Skin / Launcher | Sense 7 |
| Feature Drops | N/A |
| App Cloning | N/A |
| Game Mode | |
| Privacy Features | Basic |
| Accessibility | Standard |
| Satellite Messaging UI |
Miscellaneous
| In-Box Contents | Phone, charger, USB cable, earphones, manual |
| Recycled Materials (%) | N/A |
| Repairability Score | N/A |
| Warranty | N/A |
Reviews & Ratings
186 ratings
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Alex R.
2 weeks ago
Absolutely love the camera on this phone! The zoom is incredible and the photos are so crisp. Battery life is also a huge plus.
Ben C.
1 month ago
Great performance and beautiful display. My only complaint is that it feels a bit heavy, but you get used to it. Solid phone overall.
Chloe D.
3 months ago
The best phone I've ever owned. It's fast, the software is clean, and the build quality is top-notch. Highly recommend!
HTC Butterfly 3 Review: Solid Performance for the Price
Our comprehensive review of the HTC Butterfly 3 covers display quality, camera performance, battery life, and overall value. A solid choice in its price segment.
- + Powerful Snapdragon 810 chipset for smooth performance
- - Display could be brighter or smoother
- - Camera performance is average